How did the decorations and ornaments change Sai Baba's appearance, and what was the final impression He gave?

Although Sai Baba's true ornament was His own peace and devotion, the decorations added by His followers created a marvelous sight. Chapter 37 describes how, once all the decorations were on, with a resplendent crown on His head and shining pearl necklaces, the 'beauty looked most marvelous.' Garlands of Jai, Jui, and Tulsi flowers reached down to His feet, and a gold necklace with emeralds rested on His heart. A beautiful black tilak on His forehead added a 'very sweet beauty.' The cumulative effect was transformative; the text poses the question, 'What should He be called? A fakir?' and concludes that He appeared instead as a 'radiant, prominent Vaishnava,' shifting the perception from a simple fakir to a divine, regal figure.